Autism

Many of you know someone with Autism. It is a very difficult condition to understand.

Autism is a developmental disorder that impacts the normal development of the brain. Sometimes noticeable soon after birth, it is usually diagnosed in children three to four years old and is characterized by: communication problems, difficulty in socializing, obsessive behaviors, self-injury, and, the inability to perform many simple daily functions. However, the symptoms vary from child to child.

What is significant is that is that 50% of autistic children have gastro-intestinal symptoms (compared to 10% of developmentally normal children).

Researchers have documented a consistent pattern of inflammation, leaky gut, abnormal digestive enzyme activity, yeast overgrowths (Candida Albicans), low levels of phenyl sulfur transferase and measles virus in the digestive tracts of autistic children. There also appears to be a solid link between autism and food intolerances including gluten and lactose. New Research shows Visbiome Probiotics help GI symptoms and anxiety. Read more.
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Many parents of autistic children are using natural based protocols with positive results.

PerfectPass Probiotic (PSN2000) is a bacillus type, human strain probiotic supplement. Human strain probiotics are recognized by the body and will flourish in the gut. It is guaranteed to survive stomach acid 100% of the time. Only 1 capsule is needed per day. It may be opened and sprinkled on food. No refrigeration necessary.

At the same time use 4 gm of PerfectPass Prebiotic (PSN1000) daily. This is the natural 'fertilizer' for probiotics made from PHGG. It does not feed bad bacteria or cause side effects. It is the one supplement that increases diversity of probiotics. That's what you want.

ProbioticsVSL#3, OMX1060 will help reduce symptoms on a daily basis naturally with no side effects. Visbiome (VIS2000) is also an excellent medical food that shows great results

Fatty acids like Nordic Naturals (NNL1209) have been linked to improved behavior in autistic children.

Symptoms and Signs Associated with Autism in Children

These types of signs and symptoms are ones to follow up with that may indicate that your child is at risk for an autism spectrum disorder. Its a good idea to follow up with your pediatrician or family doctor.

No broad smiles or other warm, expressions of joy by six months on

No sharing of sounds back-and-forth, or smiles or other types of facial expressions by nine months

No babbling by 12 months

No gestures like pointing, showing, reaching or waving, back-and-forth, by 12 months

No words by 16 months

No two-word phrases with meaning (not including imitating or repeating) by 24 months

Any loss of speech, babbling or social skills at any age

The M-CHAT (Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers)can help you decide whether a professional ought to evaluate your child. The simple online screen for autism, is very short. If you think that the answers suggest your child may be at risk for autism, consider consulting your child’s doctor. Generally speaking, if you have any concerns about how your child is developing, don’t hesitate. Contact to your doctor about evaluating your child further for autism.